Technical infrastructures and systems in buildings

Recommended Prerequisites

Previous knowledge of mathematics, physics, numerical methods, hydraulics, building physics and construction materials.

Teaching Methods

Theoretical and practical concepts are transmitted in the classroom, focusing on the themes defined in the syllabus, and also presenting case studies and practical application of problem solving. Students develop a project regarding the topics lectured in this unit.

The evaluation of the theoretical and theoretical-practical is carried out through an examination (12/20), and the practical component is assessed by developing the mentioned project (8/20).

Learning Outcomes

The students shall develop skills of synthesis and analysis, oral and written communication, problem solving, critical reflection, autonomous learning and practical application of theoretical knowledge.

Students should be able to interpret, elaborate and present projects for sanitary water supply, wastewater drainage and rainwater in a building; size: special wastewater pumping facilities, hydropressive sanitary water installations, specific firefighting systems.

They should also understand the operation of: water heating systems (gas, electric and solar thermal collectors); micro and mini generation systems in buildings based on the use of photovoltaic panels; specific technical systems in buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, electrical systems and computer / telecommunications facilities.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

1. Water supply in buildings

2. Facilities and water installations for fire fighting

3. Special elements in water networks: pumps, reservoirs, and pressurized tanks

4. Hot water supply networks with recirculation

5. Hot water networks for ambient heating: central heating and radiant pavements

6. Water heating systems based on solar energy: general concepts and design

7. Wastewater and rainwater drainage

8. Pumping stations for wastewater and rainwater

9. Wastewater and rainwater reuse

10. Building facilities for treatment and disposal of sewage

11. Energy production systems in buildings: micro and mini production systems

12. Complementary concepts regarding other infrastructures: natural gas, HVAC, electricity installations, telecommunications, ...

13. Basic concepts about domotics and automation in buildings.

Head Lecturer(s)

Luís Manuel Cortesão Godinho

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Project: 40.0%
Exam: 60.0%

Bibliography

[1] V. Pedroso, “Manual dos Sistemas Prediais de Distribuição e Drenagem de Águas”, LNEC, Lisboa, 2007

[2] L. Godinho e P. Oliveira “Reutilização de águas residuais domésticas e pluviais”, DEC-FCTUC, 2009.

[3] L. Godinho, “Notas sobre Instalações de gás em edifícios – apontamentos de apoio às aulas de Instalações Técnicas em Edifícios”, DEC-FCTUC, 2009.

[4] L. Godinho, “Instalações de ventilação e climatização – apontamentos de apoio às aulas de Instalações Técnicas em Edifícios”, DEC-FCTUC, 2009.

[5] “Regulamento Geral dos Sistemas Públicos e Prediais de Distribuição de Água e de Drenagem de Águas Residuais”, Decreto-Lei nº 207/94, de 6 de Agosto e Decreto Regulamentar nº 23/95, de 23 de Agosto.

[6] “Regulamento Técnico de Segurança contra Incêndio em Edifícios”, Portaria nº. 1532/2008, de 29 de Dezembro.

[7] L.Roriz, J. Rosendo, F. Lourenço, K. Calhau, “Energia Solar em Edifícios”, Editora Orion, 2010.

[8] L.Roriz, “Concepção, instalação e condução de sistemas”, Editora Orion, 2007.